Getting Help

There are lots of good sources of help and information that you can tap into. Find out more about:

Understanding your feelings

How to have a conversation about your feelings

Services to contact to get help and support

books that have been recommended by young people

What's on Your Mind Card

This card was designed by our young volunteers who told us that one of the big issues they face is not having the right words to use to describe how they are feeling. The What's on Your Mind Card is full of practical tips to help you think about where to go, what to say and who to talk to.

Download your card here

Help in an emergency

See Me is not able to provide any direct support or advice to individuals in mental distress. If you need support or advice urgently, there are a number of places you can get in touch with. If you're in need of urgent help, please use one of the links below.

Samaritans

Samaritans provides confidential non-judgemental emotional support for anyone who is struggling to cope – you don’t have to be suicidal.

Breathing Space

Breathing Space is a free, confidential phoneline service for any individual who is experiencing low mood and depression, or who is unusually worried and in need of someone to talk to. Lines are open from 6pm – 2am Monday to Thursday and 6pm – 6am Friday to Monday AM

NHS 24

NHS 24 is a call centre operated by the NHS to provide patients with health advice and help over the phone when your usual GP services aren’t available. Referrals can also be made over the phone to crisis support and other mental health professionals outwith normal GP practice working hours.

Call: 111 or if you think you need an emergency ambulance, call 999 and speak to the operatorVisit: www.nhs24.com

ChildLine Scotland

ChildLine is a counselling service for children and young people. You can contact ChildLine anytime and in these ways; You can phone, send an email, have a 1-2-1 chat, send a message to Ask Sam and you can post messages to the ChildLine message boards. Visit the website to find out more.

UK's leading charity supporting anyone affected by eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia, EDNOS or any other difficulties with food, weight and shape. The Beat Youthline is open to anyone under 25: Tel: 0345 634 7650